Vehicle Integration and Test Technician III

VEHICLE INTEGRATION AND TEST TECHNICIAN III

The role of Vehicle Integration and Test Technician is key to enabling the build of the Neutron launch vehicle. This role will work closely with system Responsible Engineers and a tight team of talented technicians that will lead the build, integration, and test of the Neutron launch vehicles' mechanical, fluids, and avionics systems. This role requires a multi-disciplined problem solver who has a broad understanding of Launch Vehicle systems and an extreme eye for detail.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

Play a crucial role in the creation and implementation of Neutron assembly and test procedures Work closely with various system owners to develop and document procedures Provide hands‑on leadership and guidance to a team of technicians in the implementation of assembly and test procedures Lead and train technicians in industry standards and best practice for the installation and testing of aerospace flight components Troubleshoot and work solutions to unforeseen issues and drive workflow best practices and efficiency improvements Provide support on other operations as needed to enable the rapid processing of Neutron Help drive the specification and setup of technician workstations and tooling requirements for Neutron integration Work alongside the Neutron production team at the Rocket Lab Space Structures Complex in Baltimore, MD, learning and helping develop various integration procedures Work with greater Rocket Lab manufacturing and integration teams in Auckland, New Zealand; Long Beach, CA; and Stennis Space Center, MS. YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A VEHICLE INTEGRATION AND TEST TECHNICIAN III: 5+ years of assembly and/or test experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. High School diploma or GED.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

Experience in the assembly and testing of launch vehicle fluid systems including pneumatic, cryogenic, electrical, and others. Maintenance skills including troubleshooting, precision cleaning, components disassembly/assembly, system testing, and others. Experience and comfortability with necessary equipment to perform job duties including forklift, telehandler, boom lift, scissor lift, power tools, torque wrenches and others. Experience with cleanroom work and a sound understanding of ISO cleanliness standards. Fabrication skills including tube bending, tube flaring, and mechanical assembly. Avionics installation and harness routing experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate a computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing. Must be physically able to commute to buildings. Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise. Equal Employment Opportunity Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Reasonable Accommodation Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at View email address on click.appcast.io. This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rocket Lab USA